Entry Word: wealth

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 the total of one's money and property <her wealth increased to the point where she could afford several luxurious homes>

Synonyms assets, capital, fortune, means, opulence, riches, substance, wherewithal

Related Words belongings, chattels, effects, holdings, paraphernalia, possessions, things; finances, money; king's ransom, mint, wad; abundance, affluence, prosperity, success; treasure, valuables; accession, acquisition, personalty, property; nest egg, reserve, resources, savings, treasury; collateral; heap, pile, pot; bonanza, mine, treasure trove

Near Antonyms debts, liabilities; indebtedness

2 a considerable amount <a wealth of advice from all quarters on how they should spend their lottery winnings> — see lot 2
3 an amount or supply more than sufficient to meet one's needs <a wealth of documentation to support her thesis> — see plenty 1